Bathroom windows have to work hard, allowing in natural light while also protecting the privacy of anyone inside. Contemporary bathrooms sometimes feature huge picture windows that seem to put protecting a bather’s modesty far down the list of priorit…
10 Quick Ways to Cozy Up Your Home for Winter (10 photos)
I don’t know about you, but days that get shorter and shorter bring my mood down — it’s too dark to go for an early-evening walk and the hours until bedtime seem to stretch out before me. However, I’ve found some ways to enjoy this time by cozying up …
Backyard of the Week: Woodland Garden With Scandinavian Roots (12 photos)
For a couple who work in Boston’s city center, their home about 20 miles outside of the city is a quiet place where they like to relax and be close to nature. They live in a Scandinavian farmhouse-style home that reinforces that feeling, with clean li…
Details That Count: 11 Designer Secrets to Work Into Your Kitchen (11 photos)
Designers have many secrets they deploy for a successful kitchen remodel. Previously I shared 17 of my favorites, and here I offer 11 more. Read on for ideas that will…
8 Elements to Include in a Family Bathroom (8 photos)
If you’re planning to remodel your family bathroom, think about what will make life easier for you and your kids. Here are eight elements of a bathroom design that works for everyone.
Kitchen of the Week: Modern Farmhouse Style With Dual Islands (10 photos)
When Ronnie and Jenn Mafrici and their two young daughters moved from the San Francisco Bay Area to the town of Woodland just outside Sacramento, California, they were attracted to the community’s family-friendly lifestyle and the large lot of their …
New This Week: 6 Calm, Refreshing Bedrooms (6 photos)
The last thing you want in your bedroom is something that’s eye-opening. After all, your bedroom is a place to power down and get some rest. That’s why soothing color palettes and soft textures work so well in bedrooms. The following six designs give …
10 Gifts Perfect for the Barbecue Enthusiasts on Your List (10 photos)
Whether you’re looking to splurge on a loved one or need a small but thoughtful gift for that grill-loving friend or family member, this guide is a good place to start your search. With 10 crowd-pleasing ideas to choose from, you’ll have all the cooko…
10 Ways to Work Through Grief Triggers During the Holidays (13 photos)
This story originally ran in December 2015. It struck a chord with readers, and we are republishing it for those who might be experiencing grief this holiday season.This time last year, I had no idea what was about to happen. After losing two siblings…
Mortgage Rates Went Up Again This Week—Will They Hit a Ceiling?
Interest rates for mortgages have risen roughly 0.25% since early September, but how much more can they increase?
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